Did you know that Earth Day is this weekend? In celebration of this day of environmental awareness, Knoxville dentist, Dr. Erpenbach offers tips for earth-friendly oral hygiene as well as some interesting facts about Earth Day.
Environmentally-Friendly Oral Hygiene
Today, we are bombarded with claims of green practices and environmentally-friendly…
Did you know that Earth Day is this weekend? In celebration of this day of environmental awareness, Knoxville dentist, Dr. Erpenbach offers tips for earth-friendly oral hygiene as well as some interesting facts about Earth Day.
Environmentally-Friendly Oral Hygiene
Today, we are bombarded with claims of green practices and environmentally-friendly products. Grocery stores all over the country are stocking their shelves with anything from organic toilet paper, to all-natural peanut butter. �Now, you also have the option of environmentally-sound oral hygiene. Since 1970, Tom’s of Maine, has been producing hygiene products that have never been tested on animals, contain no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives, and use the maximum amount of recyclable packaging. Tom’s of Maine also donates 10% of their profits to a humanitarian or environmental effort. From dental floss, to toothpaste, to mouthwash, this company lists every ingredient, its purpose, and its source on their website.
Conserve Water on Earth Day
Another way you can make environmentally conscious decisions about your oral health, is by using the faucet only to rinse during your daily brushing routine. If you run the sink during the entire time you brush your teeth, you are using up to 56 gallons of water per week. That’s enough water to fill a bathtub almost one and a half times per week.
Special Considerations for Going Green
If all-natural products are important to you, we caution against some products for your oral health. Do not use natural boar bristle toothbrushes. The bristles are too hard, retain bacteria, do not dry well, and fall apart easily. Boar bristle brushes can damage the enamel of your tooth, so find other ways to make your routine more earth-conscious.
Knoxville Dentist
For more information about how you can optimize your oral health, contact our Knoxville dentist office atÂ?865-584-8630. Our cosmetic dentist, Dr. Jim Erpenbach looks forward to helping you make good dental health decisions. We proudly serve patients fromÂ?West Knoxville and the Bearden area of Knoxville.
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